1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart (185 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | Smart |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |