1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Venturi Coupe is newer by 4 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 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | RX-7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
