1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
