1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Levante | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
