1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
