1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
