2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 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 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
