1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 32 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 571 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.
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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | RX-7 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |