1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 Subaru R-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 91 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-2 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1930 mm |
