1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 929 SLK
Year Released 1986 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 190 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2440 mm


 

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