1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1986 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
