1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, both 1973 Mazda RX-2 and 1973 Volkswagen K 70 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-2 | K 70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |