1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 14 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 90 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| 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 | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
