1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
