1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
