1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | B |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
