1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 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) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-7 | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |