1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 14 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | Vito |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3210 mm |
