1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 498 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
