1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 191 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
