1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
