1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
