1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 686 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |