1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 17 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 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 435 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | RX-7 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
