1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 761 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.
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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 1988 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1988 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | RX-7 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3063 mm |
