2000 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |