1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda RX-2 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda RX-2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-2 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
