2008 Mazda 2 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 2 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
