1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
