1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | 420 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |