1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 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) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 54 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-2 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
