1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | V |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |