1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |