1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | RX-2 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
