1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 15 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) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 755 kg more than 1989 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | Viano |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |