1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-2 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
