1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 60 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
