1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-7 | 924 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |