1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 691 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda 323 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:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | E |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 343 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
