1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 760 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 SL (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | SL |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |