1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
