1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 176 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
