1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | R-100 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
