1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 856 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | SL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
