1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 892 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | RX-2 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2946 mm |