1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 541 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Chevelle | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
