1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 23 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, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
