1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 880 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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | Viano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |