1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 610 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | RX-2 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
