1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1993 Mazda RX-7 and 1993 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 166 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-7 | Leone |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |