1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 93 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
