1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
