1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
