1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
