1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 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 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Coronet | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
