1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 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 26 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 242 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F. 1986 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 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 | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
