1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 16 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 983 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3040 mm |
