1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 594 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 Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |