1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 159 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
