1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-7 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
