1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 516 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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| 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 | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
