2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport Wagon | 230 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
