1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Familia | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | 280 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2746 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |