2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 10 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 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 45 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Drifter | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
