1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 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 133 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-7 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
