1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1984 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1984 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Mazda RX-7 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model RX-7 E
Year Released 1984 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2292 cc 3498 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary V
Horse Power 104 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L