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 |
