1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
