1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Tata Indica

To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 195 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 330 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mazda RX-7 2006 Tata Indica
Make Mazda Tata
Model RX-7 Indica
Year Released 1998 2006
Engine Size 2616 cc 1405 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2410 mm


 

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