1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
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 SLK (271 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
