1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1972 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 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 110 S | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 110 S | 280 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2745 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1560 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 |