1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 93 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1985 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 1985 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
