2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
