1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-7 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
