1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette 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) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2080 mm |
