1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mazda 929 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | 230 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |