1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1987 Mazda RX-7 and 1987 Peugeot 305 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 72 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
