1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 775 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
