1978 Mazda 818 vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Volvo V90 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 818 | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 818 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
