1993 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 19 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 410 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
