1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
