1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-7 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
