2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 47 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
