1975 Ford Torino vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 348 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
