2004 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 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 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1970 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
