1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1989 Venturi Coupe is newer by 16 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 295 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | RX-2 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
