1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 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 126 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
