1995 Acura Legend vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 1 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 295 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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
