2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
