1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
