2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
