1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 340 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | 230 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3060 mm |