1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 349 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
