1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 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 199 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
