1989 Mazda RX-7 Convertible
The 1989 Mazda RX-7 Convertible is a 160-hp 1.3-liter convertible with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,950 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,950 ($68,014 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.3L Twin-Rotor Wankel (13B-DEI) |
| Displacement | 1.3 L |
| Horsepower | 160 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 140 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Side-Port |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Torsen Limited-Slip |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual (Mazda G5M) |
| 1st Gear | 3.483 (39 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.015 (67 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.391 (97 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1 (134 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.756 (178 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.288 |
| Final Drive | 4.1 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-Trailing Arm |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6.0 in |
| Tires Front | 205/60R15 |
| Tires Rear | 205/60R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169.5 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 49.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.5 in |
| Front Track | 57.5 in |
| Rear Track | 57.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,800 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50% / 50% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.9 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline