2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
