1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-7 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
