Mazda RX-7 (1985 – 1992) vs Porsche 944 S (1986 – 1988): specs compared
The Porsche 944 S is the more powerful of the two, with up to 190 hp against 185 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 s against 9.2 s. The Mazda RX-7 is the lighter car, from 1,223 kg against 1,280 kg. At 4,290 mm, the Mazda RX-7 is 89 mm longer than the Porsche 944 S.
| Specification |
Mazda
RX-7
1985 – 1992
|
Porsche
944 S
1986 – 1988
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Japan | Germany |
| Documented years | 1985 – 1992 | 1986 – 1988 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 147 – 185 hp | 190 hp |
| Torque | 183 – 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s | 7.9 s |
| Top speed | 209 – 230 km/h | 229 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | — | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,201 mm |
| Width | 1,689 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,240 mm | 1,275 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,428 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,223 kg | 1,280 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.