1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Euro 1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
