1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
