1979 Mazda RX-7 Specifications
The engine was a 12A (1200 cc producing 100 HP) with 3 electrode sparkplugs. Only leading plugs fired under certain conditions. It had a mechanical points/condenser ignition. In place of a catalytic converter it used a giant "thermal reactor".
Displacement: 1146cc / 70 cu.in.
Compression: 9.4:1
Horsepower: 100hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque: 105lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM
Induction: Nikki 4 bbl carb
Transmission
4 speed manual, optional 5 speed manual, 3 speed automatic
Dimensions
Length: 169 in.
Width: 65.7 in.
Height 49.6 in.
Wheelbase 95.3 in.
Track, f/r 55.9/55.1 in.
Weight: 2350 lbs
Ratios
1st: 3.674
2nd: 2.217
3rd: 1.432
4th: 1.000
5th: 0.825
Rev: 3.542
Steering Radius: 16 ft
Fluid Capacities
Fuel tank: 14.5 gal
Engine oil: 5.5 qts
Oil meter pump flow: 2.0 - 2.5 cc/6 min
Transmission oil: 1.8 qts
Coolant: 10 qts
Wheels and tires: 5"x13" rims, 165HR13 tires
Performance Figures
0-60mph: 9-10 sec, varies with transmission
1/4 mile: 17-18 sec / 80-83 mph, varies with transmission
60-0 mph braking: 150-160 (drum rear brake)
Cornering: 0.78g
Brakes were vacuum boosted with discs in front and drums in back
Factory List Prices
Actual prices varied throughout production year, area of country, and options.
1979: S $6,395, GS $6,995 (when introduced in 1978) 1979: S $7,195, GS $7,995 (early 1979 pricing)