1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 32 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 160 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 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
