1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 433 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
