1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 925 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | ML |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
