2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 416 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |