1999 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
