1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 420 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
