1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 440 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 929 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |