1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 37 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Because 1970 Mazda RX-2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
