1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 220 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |