2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 76 L |