1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | 190 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |