1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
