1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3023 mm |
