2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 13 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 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
