1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
