1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda RX-4 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |