1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Nissan Cefiro
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Cefiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Cefiro would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Cefiro weights approximately 380 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. 1994 Nissan Cefiro has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Cefiro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Nissan Cefiro | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-7 | Cefiro |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |