1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-2 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
