1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Mangusta | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
