2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1975 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 260 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |