1971 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 940 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-2 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3570 mm |