1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda RX-2 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
