1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda RX-2 | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-2 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
