1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. Both 1994 Mazda RX-7 and 1987 Mazda RX-7 are equipped with a 2,616 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1987 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |