1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda RX-7 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | A |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
