2004 Marcos TS vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TS | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
