1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
