1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1646 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-2 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3099 mm |