1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7

To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Zephyr 1993 Mazda RX-7
Make Ford Mazda
Model Zephyr RX-7
Year Released 1968 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 81 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 75 L


 

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