1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 777 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.

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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra
Make Mazda Toyota
Model RX-7 Tundra
Year Released 1993 2013
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 4000 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary V
Horse Power 238 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 2077 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1935 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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