2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econoline | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
