1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | 280 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2744 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
