2009 GMC Savana vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 14 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1135 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.
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 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
