1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 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 GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2755 mm |
