1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 19 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 313 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.

Because 1991 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Mazda RX-7 2010 Opel Vivaro
Make Mazda Opel
Model RX-7 Vivaro
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 1870 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 90 L


 

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