2005 Honda That vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | That | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
