2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-350 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 75 L |