1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
