1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus and 1998 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |