1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 19 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | RX-7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
