1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-01 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |