1998 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord 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 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |
