1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | GT 1 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
