1990 Honda Integra vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
