1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
