1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | B |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
