1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | SL |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |