1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 1982 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
