2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 2 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
