1979 Mazda RX-7 GS
The 1979 Mazda RX-7 GS is a 100-hp 1.1-liter sports coupe with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $6,995 MSRP.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $6,995 ($31,314 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.1L Wankel 2-Rotor (12A) |
| Displacement | 1.1 L |
| Horsepower | 100 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Wankel Rotary (2-Rotor) |
| Injection Type | Carburetor (Nikki 2-Barrel) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Open |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual (4-Speed Also Available) |
| 1st Gear | 3.674 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.217 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.432 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.825 |
| Final Drive | 3.909 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle (Watts Linkage) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Single-Piston |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 x 5.5 in Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 13 x 5.5 in Alloy |
| Tires Front | 165 HR-13 |
| Tires Rear | 165 HR-13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 49.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.3 in |
| Front Track | 55.9 in |
| Rear Track | 55.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,270 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49.8 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars