1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 735 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-7 | Rex |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1930 mm |