1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | 200 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1070 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |