1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4190 mm |
