1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
