1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1240 mm |
