1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
