1985 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Cobra | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |