1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Lagonda | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
