1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 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 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
