1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 665 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
