2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-8 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |