1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 850 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
