2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 12 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 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
