1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
