1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 696 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | Testa de Oro | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 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 | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
