1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
