1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |