1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3150 mm |
