2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
