2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
