1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster 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 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-2 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
