1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 24 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | RX-7 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3327 mm |
