1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-7 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |