1972 Ford Torino vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 407 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
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 Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
