1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2598 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2950 mm |
