1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | S |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |