1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 21 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 257 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 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-7 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |