1987 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 820 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 323 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |