2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
