1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
