1995 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 950 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
