2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 2 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 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 | 1155 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
