1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
