1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-2 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
