1991 Mazda 626 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 626 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |