1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 806 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Familia | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2746 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |