1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2950 mm |
