1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
