1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 403 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |