1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 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 54 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-2 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
