1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-2 | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |