1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 460 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
