2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
