1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 204 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
