1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV.
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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |