1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 87 L |
