1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda RX-2 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | ML |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
