1992 Mazda Eunos vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda Eunos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda Eunos would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1992 Mazda Eunos. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda Eunos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 606 kg more than 1992 Mazda Eunos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda Eunos, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda Eunos. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda Eunos.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda Eunos | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eunos | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1836 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |