1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1984 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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
