1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 1992 Mazda RX-7 and 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |