2002 Holden UTE vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 200 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | UTE | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
