1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
