1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-2 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
