1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
