1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |