1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
