1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Concerto | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |