1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-7 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3967 mm |
