1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
