1980 Audi Sport vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Sport | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
