1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-4 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
