1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
