1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | G |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
