1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-7 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |