1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 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 114 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
