1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
