1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | RX-7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
