1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 31 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1384 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | GL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
