1970 Mazda 110 S vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 110 S | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | 380 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3818 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |
