Japan vs Japan — 1992 vs 1992
| RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo | RX-7 Type R FD3S | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 255 hp |
| Torque | 217 lb-ft | 217 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,308 cc | 1,308 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0 sec | 4.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.7 sec | 13.4 sec |
| Weight | 2,888 lbs | 2,778 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,425 mm | 2,425 mm |
| Length | 4,285 mm | 4,295 mm |
| Units Produced | 68,589 | — |
| Original MSRP | $31,300 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo brings better value to the table, and the 1992 Mazda RX-7 Type R FD3S answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Mazda RX-7. The 1992 and 1992 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo producing 255 hp and the 1992 Mazda RX-7 Type R FD3S delivering 255 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda RX-7 uses a Twin-Rotor Wankel 13B-REW Twin Turbo displacing 1,308 cc, while the Mazda RX-7 relies on a Rotary Twin Turbo (13B-REW) with 1,308 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1992 Mazda RX-7 Type R FD3S edges ahead at 4.9 seconds versus 5.0 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.