1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
