1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
