1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
