1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,385 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3385 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
