1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 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 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
