1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 460 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 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 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-2 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
