1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 195 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
