1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | Kart Up |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1090 mm |
