1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1021 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.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-2 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2868 mm |
