1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera

To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.

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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Mazda RX-7 1997 TVR Cerbera
Make Mazda TVR
Model RX-7 Cerbera
Year Released 1990 1997
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 4184 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2580 mm


 

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