2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Drifter | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2292 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
