2005 Kia Pregio vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pregio | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pregio | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
