1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 190 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-7 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
