1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1983 Mazda RX-7 and 1983 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
