1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
