2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 26 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 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos.
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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Vamos | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
