1966 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Cortina | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |