1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 505 kg more than 1989 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 (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
