1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
