1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 198 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-7 | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
