2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 12 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 776 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 1995 Mazda RX-7
Make Land Rover Mazda
Model Range Rover Sport RX-7
Year Released 2007 1995
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4393 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 300 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2076 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2180 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 77 L


 

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