1999 Audi R8R vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8R | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
