1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-2 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-2 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
