1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 25 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | R |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3216 mm |
