1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
