1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 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 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 242 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
