1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1710 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |