1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1992 Ford Corsair and 1992 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Corsair | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Corsair | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |