1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 388 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
