1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 31 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 218 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.
Because 1980 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | B |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
