1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1980 Mazda RX-7 and 1980 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1980 Volvo 66. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
