1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 582 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
