1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-7 | Model F |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |