1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-7 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
