1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
