1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
