1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 691 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 929 E
Year Released 1979 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1841 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1443 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2873 mm


 

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