1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
