1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 16 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 875 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | ML |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
