1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1962 Zastava 750

To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Mazda RX-7 1962 Zastava 750
Make Mazda Zastava
Model RX-7 750
Year Released 1989 1962
Engine Size 2614 cc 766 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 605 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2010 mm


 

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