2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
