1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
