2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
