2007 Lexus IS vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | IS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
