1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 388 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
