1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1468 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (721 Nm) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 583 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 2302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
