1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1414 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
