1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1064 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-2 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3022 mm |
