1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 440 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
