1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-7 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |