1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 15 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 354 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 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 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 | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
