1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-3 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2835 mm |
