1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 31 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | B |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |