2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 460. (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1991 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
