1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |
