1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
