1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
