1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-7 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
