2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240.
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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
