1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 698 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |