1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
