1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mazda RX-7 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model RX-7 C
Year Released 1992 2007
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 1795 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 239 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 62 L


 

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