1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
