1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, both 1994 Mazda RX-7 and 1994 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 200, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
