1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica

To start off, both 1998 Mazda RX-7 and 1998 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.

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