1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
