1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-01 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
