1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 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 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 25 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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
