1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 162 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
