1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
