2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Roadster | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
