1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lantis | A |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
