1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 15 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Zastava 750. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | RX-2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
