1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
