1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
