1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-7 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |