1976 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
