1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6, 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-6 | 230 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |