2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1980 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
