1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | G |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
