1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | G |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
