1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | RX-2 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
