1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mazda | Avanti |
Model | RX-7 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |