1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 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 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
