1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
