2007 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
