1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 595 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1993 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, 1993 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 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | G |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
