1988 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 929 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | A |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1305 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 |
