1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
