1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | G |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
