2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Premacy | 460 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |