2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | CX-7 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
