1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | RX-7 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
