1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
