1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Laputa | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Laputa | B |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |