1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 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 49 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-01 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
