1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 954 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
