1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
