1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 29 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-4 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 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 | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
