1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3270 mm |
