1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
