1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volvo 120 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
