1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 34 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-2 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2992 mm |
