2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
