1993 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
