1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-2 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2893 mm |
