1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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.
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1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | RX-01 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |