1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-7 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
