1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1975 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
