1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | RX-7 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
