1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 15 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 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 103 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 618 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
