1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
