1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 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 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
