1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-2 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
