1977 Ford LTD vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | LTD | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |