The third generation RX-7 was only sold in the U.S. and Canada for three years despite a Japanese production from 1992–2002. These were produced in the sixth series and had a body called the JM1FD. All cars had the 252 hp 13B-REW engine with twin oil-coolers, an electric sunroof, cruise control and the rear storage bins in place of the back seats.
The 3rd generation RX7 was unveiled at the 1991 Tokyo Motor Show and appeared on North American shores two years later. The car’s reduced weight put it below the Acura NSX, MR2, Nissan 300ZX and the second generation RX7. This was achieved by a systematic analysis of every components which resulted in a lighter harness, muffler, glass and oil cooler.
In Detail
| tags | jm1fd, rx7 |
| submitted by | Richard Owen |
| type | Series Production Car |
| production years | 1993 – 1995 |
| built at | Japan |
| engineers | Takaharu Koyayakawa |
| production | 13879 |
| price $ | $ 31,000 |
| engine | 13B 2-Rotor Wankel |
| position | Front |
| aspiration | Sequential Twin Turbo |
| fuel feed | Bosch D-Jetronic |
| displacement | 1308 cc / 79.8 in³ |
| bore | 80 mm / 3.1 in |
| stroke | 240 mm / 9.4 in |
| compression | 9.0:1 |
| power | 190.2 kw / 255 bhp @ 6500 rpm |
| specific output | 194.95 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | 200.63 bhp per tonne |
| torque | 294.2 nm / 217 ft lbs @ 5000 rpm |
| redline | 8000 |
| body / frame | Unitary Steel Monocoque |
| driven wheels | RWD w/Torsen LSD |
| wheel type | Cast Alloy |
| front tires | 225/50R16 |
| rear tires | 225/50R16 |
| front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| front wheels | F 40.6 x 20.3 cm / 16.0 x 8.0 in |
| rear wheels | R 40.6 x 20.3 cm / 16.0 x 8.0 in |
| steering | Rack & Pinion w/Vairble Power Assist |
| f suspension | A-Arms w/Coil Springs, Tube Shocks, Anti-Roll Bar |
| r suspension | Multi-Link w/Coil Springs, Tube Shocks, Anti-Roll Bar |
| curb weight | 1271 kg / 2800 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2426 mm / 95.5 in |
| front track | 1461 mm / 57.5 in |
| rear track | 1461 mm / 57.5 in |
| length | 4280 mm / 168.5 in |
| width | 1750 mm / 68.9 in |
| height | 1230 mm / 48.4 in |
| transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| gear ratios | 3.48:1, 2.02:1, 1.39:1, 1.00:1, 0.72:1 |
| final drive | 4.10:1 |
| top speed | ~250.0 kph / 155.3 mph |
| 0 – 60 mph | ~4.9 seconds |
| 0 – 1/4 mile | ~13.5 seconds |
| drag | 0.31 Cd |
| fuel capacity | 75.70 litres or 20 gal. |
Auction Sales History
1993 Mazda RX7 Coupe – sold for $21,000 Believed to be 21,000 actual miles. No after market parts or accessories. 1.3 liter rotary engine. 5 speed manual transmission.
Auction Source: Kissimmee 2014, #WhereTheCarsAre by Mecum
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