1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-2 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
