1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Volvo 145
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 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 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 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 230 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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
