2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | KB | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
