1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 163 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
