1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 11 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
