1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 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 149 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1996 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-7 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
