1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 20 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 2011 Kia Borrego 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. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-7 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
