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Mazda RX-7

2007-12-18T11:16:13Z

71.191.199.45: /* Third generation (YYYY–YYYY) */

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The RX-7 uses the rotary based engine which is quite unlike the normal cylinder engine.
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==Generations==
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===Third generation (1993–1995)===
The last generation of the RX-7(in the States). It feature new smoother styling and an ever more powerful rotary engine. The rotary engine's light weight helped it achieve good balance which aided in it's handling.

===Second generation (1986–1991)===
The second generation, grew heavier, retaining it's signature fantastic handling by adding a fully-independent rear suspension. The rear-end was controversial, but an engineering masterpiece. In order to make a 2+2 option available, trailing-arm was chosen over a double-wishbone. To avoid the problems typical of trailing arms (tail squat during acceleration, tail dive during braking) Mazda devised the Dynamic Tracking Suspension System utilizing floating "triaxial" hubs, which induced passive-steering (slight quicker "turn-in" of rear wheels at low speeds and better control during acceleration, braking and high-speeds). This passive-rear steer was popular in the late 80's (see 1988 Honda CRX Si) and was quickly followed by active-rear steering in subsequent Honda and Nissan cars until the present).

Styling of the 2nd gen was smooth, retaining pop-up headlamps with "flash-to-pass" lenses. A 2+2 option was finally available in the US and soon after introduction of the base (14-inch, four-lug wheels), Sport (15-inch alloys, firmer suspension) Luxury (14-inch alloys, sunroof) and GXL (15-inch alloys, adjustable CPU-controlled suspension, power windows, cruise), the 180hp, 183ft/lbs of torque "Turbo II" hit the streets. (The "Turbo I" was only available in Japan, the Turbo II in all markets.) A convertible model, with signature BBS wheels was introduced in 1988. In 1989 a "minor change" included round tail-lights and improvements to the 13b bringing power up on normally aspirated models from 146hp and 138ft/lbs of torque to 160hp and 140ftlbs of torque. The Sport became the GTUs the Luxury model was eliminated, but the GXL carried on with leather and 2+2 options. The Turbo now made 200hp and 196ft/lbs of torque and was shod with a 16-inch version of the ultra-light BBS of the convertible. In 1991 the line was simplified to the coupe, convertible and turbo. No RX-7's were manufactured in 1992, dealers selling off their stock of the 2nd gen until the more hard core and expensive 3rd gen finally replaced it.

===First Generation/Origins (1979–1985)===
The RX-7 started out as a light, but not very powerful sports coupe. It used a 12a version of Mazda's rotary engine, which had been available in previous vehicles sold in many markets, including the US. The domestic "rotary experiment" or RX-7 was only available as a two seat coupe here, while other markets had 2+2 option, (without the stretching of the wheel base as in the Z cars, the RX's primary competitor). The Watt-s linked, live-axle 1st gen was updated in 1981 with more clean front and rear-ends and updated emission controls for the 12a, which generated 100hp and 105ftlbs of torque. In 1984 a 13-b version of the venerable rotary was offered on the optional, top-of-the-line GSL-SE. The first fuel-injected rotary in the US now made 135hp and 133 ft/lbs of torque. While of the weight of the vehicle generally kept increasing, this new mill improved acceleration considerably, while a re-tuned suspension and 14-inch wheels shod with wider tires increased cornering ability significantly. The 1st gen was a highly-evolved, but long-in-the-tooth and fans anxiously awaited the arrival of the updated car.

==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.

==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or orgainization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.

==See also==
{{Mazda}}
==External Links==
Please include any external sites that were used in collaborating this data, including manufacturer sites, in this section.

Mazda RX-7

2007-12-18T11:15:32Z

71.191.199.45: /* Third generation (YYYY–YYYY) */

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| colspan=2 style="padding:0; background:#996; color:#fff; border-bottom:1px solid #999;" | [[Image:Rx-7 hi027.jpg|300px]]
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! colspan=2 | '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
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! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" | [[Mazda]]
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| aka
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Production
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Class
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Body Style
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Length
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Width
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Height
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Wheelbase
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Weight
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Transmission
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Engine
|
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Power
|
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Similar
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|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Designer
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|}

'''Use the following MODEL TEMPLATE as the foundation for the Wikicars' Model page:'''

Start off with a brief Introduction to the particular MODEL. Please DO NOT use the same Introduction text from the [[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]] page, but rather paraphrase ideas relevant to grasp an overall scope of the [[automobile|vehicle]].

'''Please include the following line at the bottom of this section. Please replace [[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]] with the proper text:'''

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
Mention any minor facelifts or major changes made to the [[automobile|vehicle]] here.

===Styles and Major Options===
Certain [[automobile|vehicles]] come in different trim levels or body styles. Features and major options should be mentioned here.

===Pricing===
''Add more fields as necessary.''

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''MODEL Trims'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
Trim1
</td>
<td>
Trim2
</td>
<td>
Trim3
</td>
<td>
Trim4
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''MSRP''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$Price1
</td>
<td>
$Price2
</td>
<td>
$Price3
</td>
<td>
$Price4
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''Invoice''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$Price1
</td>
<td>
$Price2
</td>
<td>
$Price3
</td>
<td>
$Price4
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Gas Mileage===
''Add more fields as necessary.''

As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''Trim'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
Trim1
</td>
<td>
Trim2
</td>
<td>
Trim3
</td>
<td>
Trim4
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=4 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
c/h
</td>
<td>
c/h
</td>
<td>
c/h
</td>
<td>
c/h
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Reliability===
Warranty options and scheduled maintainence information should be mentioned here.

===Safety===
This section should reference points on safety ratings and features of the vehicle.

===Photos===

<gallery>
Image:Rx-7 hi002.jpg
</gallery>

Add ''Photos'' of the [[automobile|vehicle]] here.

'''''Please make sure not to use copyrighted photos.'''''

===Colors===
List the colors that the particular <MODEL> is offered in.

===Main Competitors===
Create links to other <MAKE> <MODEL> pages in this section.

==Hybrid Models==
If there are [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here.

==Unique Attributes==
The RX-7 uses the rotary based engine which is quite unlike the normal cylinder engine.
==Resale Values==
''Add more fields as necessary.''

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''<MODEL> Year'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
Year X
</td>
<td>
Year X-2
</td>
<td>
Year X-3
</td>
<td>
Year X-4
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=4 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''Resale Value'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$
</td>
<td>
$
</td>
<td>
$
</td>
<td>
$
</td>
</tr>
</table>

==Criticisms==
Please make sure to '''''keep critiques in a third-person point of view'''''. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then '''''please make sure to cite the quote'''''.

==Generations==
Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary and pictures wherever applicable.

'''''Please make sure NOT to use copyrighted pictures'''''.

===Third generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
The last generation of the RX-7(in the States). It feature new smoother styling and an ever more powerful rotary engine. The rotary engine's light weight helped it achieve good balance which aided in it's handling.

===Second generation (1986–1991)===
The second generation, grew heavier, retaining it's signature fantastic handling by adding a fully-independent rear suspension. The rear-end was controversial, but an engineering masterpiece. In order to make a 2+2 option available, trailing-arm was chosen over a double-wishbone. To avoid the problems typical of trailing arms (tail squat during acceleration, tail dive during braking) Mazda devised the Dynamic Tracking Suspension System utilizing floating "triaxial" hubs, which induced passive-steering (slight quicker "turn-in" of rear wheels at low speeds and better control during acceleration, braking and high-speeds). This passive-rear steer was popular in the late 80's (see 1988 Honda CRX Si) and was quickly followed by active-rear steering in subsequent Honda and Nissan cars until the present).

Styling of the 2nd gen was smooth, retaining pop-up headlamps with "flash-to-pass" lenses. A 2+2 option was finally available in the US and soon after introduction of the base (14-inch, four-lug wheels), Sport (15-inch alloys, firmer suspension) Luxury (14-inch alloys, sunroof) and GXL (15-inch alloys, adjustable CPU-controlled suspension, power windows, cruise), the 180hp, 183ft/lbs of torque "Turbo II" hit the streets. (The "Turbo I" was only available in Japan, the Turbo II in all markets.) A convertible model, with signature BBS wheels was introduced in 1988. In 1989 a "minor change" included round tail-lights and improvements to the 13b bringing power up on normally aspirated models from 146hp and 138ft/lbs of torque to 160hp and 140ftlbs of torque. The Sport became the GTUs the Luxury model was eliminated, but the GXL carried on with leather and 2+2 options. The Turbo now made 200hp and 196ft/lbs of torque and was shod with a 16-inch version of the ultra-light BBS of the convertible. In 1991 the line was simplified to the coupe, convertible and turbo. No RX-7's were manufactured in 1992, dealers selling off their stock of the 2nd gen until the more hard core and expensive 3rd gen finally replaced it.

===First Generation/Origins (1979–1985)===
The RX-7 started out as a light, but not very powerful sports coupe. It used a 12a version of Mazda's rotary engine, which had been available in previous vehicles sold in many markets, including the US. The domestic "rotary experiment" or RX-7 was only available as a two seat coupe here, while other markets had 2+2 option, (without the stretching of the wheel base as in the Z cars, the RX's primary competitor). The Watt-s linked, live-axle 1st gen was updated in 1981 with more clean front and rear-ends and updated emission controls for the 12a, which generated 100hp and 105ftlbs of torque. In 1984 a 13-b version of the venerable rotary was offered on the optional, top-of-the-line GSL-SE. The first fuel-injected rotary in the US now made 135hp and 133 ft/lbs of torque. While of the weight of the vehicle generally kept increasing, this new mill improved acceleration considerably, while a re-tuned suspension and 14-inch wheels shod with wider tires increased cornering ability significantly. The 1st gen was a highly-evolved, but long-in-the-tooth and fans anxiously awaited the arrival of the updated car.

==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.

==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or orgainization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.

==See also==
{{Mazda}}
==External Links==
Please include any external sites that were used in collaborating this data, including manufacturer sites, in this section.