1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranchero | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
