1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |