1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 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 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Ghibli | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
