1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-3 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-3 | G |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |