1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
