1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
