1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | W 111 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
