1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-7 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
