1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
