1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | RX-7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
