1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mazda RX-2 1975 Avanti Avanti
Make Mazda Avanti
Model RX-2 Avanti
Year Released 1978 1975
Engine Size 2290 cc 6570 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2780 mm


 

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