1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
