1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 24 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 289 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1988 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens 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 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-7 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
