1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
