1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 510 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
