1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
