1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |