2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | 560 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
