1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 20 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 460 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida 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 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
