1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
