2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 676 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1994 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
