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1993-2001 Mazda RX-7 The discontinued RX-7 features the revolutionary Wankel Rotary engine is one of the best cars to come out of Japan. The car came in various trims, including the latest limited Type RZ version in Japan with higher power output. Base price : $36,000 (Japan) Engine : 2-rotor Wankel, turbocharged, front engine RWD Displacement : 1,307 cc Valve : n/a Transmission : 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic Fuel economy : city - 17 mpg (manual and automatic) highway - 25 mpg (manual), 24 mpg (automaitc) Suspension : F - Independent MacPherson strut R - Solid rear axle Brakes : F - Vented discs R - Vented discs Horsepower : 255 hp @ 6500 rpm(base), 276 hp @ 6500 rpm(Type RZ) Torque : 217 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm Redline : 8000 rpm Top speed : 158 mph 0-60 mph : 5.2 sec. 0-¼ mile : 13.9 sec @ unknown 60-0 braking distance : unknown Curb Weight : 2858 lbs(base), 2800 lbs(Type RZ) Overall length : 168.5 in. Wheelbase : 95.5 in. Overall Width : 68.9 in. Height : 48.4 in. Competitors : 1990-1996 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 1997-2001 Acura Integra Type-R 1991-1998 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 www.mazda.com |
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