1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 128 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |