1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-2 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 92 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 | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
