2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |
