1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Sentia | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sentia | 300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |