1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 89 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, 2009 Nissan NP300, 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
