2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 658 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 77 L |
