1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |