1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
