2006 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
