2007 Kia Carens vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 401 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carens | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
