1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
