1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 86 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
