1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 678 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
