2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960.
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, 1994 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 960 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 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-8 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
