2009 Lotus Evora vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1993 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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Evora | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Evora | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
