1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 303 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
