1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-7 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1930 mm |
