1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1713 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana 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 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | RX-2 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3429 mm |
