1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
