1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2819 mm |
