1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1990 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 1990 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
