2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
