1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 808 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
