1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
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 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante 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. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
