1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
