1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 802 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-7 | Navara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |