1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 17 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 929 | A |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |