1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1992 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 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
