1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
