2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
