1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
