1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
