1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 21 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 61 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 612 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | RX-7 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
