1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 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 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 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 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | 929 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |