1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-7 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
