1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 666 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
