1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 1998 Mazda 323 and 1998 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |