1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 445 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1997 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 1997 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
