1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
