1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 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 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-2 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3002 mm |
