1978 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1978 Audi 100 and 1978 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | 100 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |