1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-7 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
