1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 583 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
