1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-01 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
