1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
