1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |