1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1830 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-2 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4250 mm |
