1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
