1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 1994 Mazda RX-7 and 1994 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 20 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
