1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 26 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lantis | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
