1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-7 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |