1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-7 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |