1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | ML |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
