1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1712 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.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | RX-2 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2878 mm |
