1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 924. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 84 L |
