1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-7 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
