1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Activehicle | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |