1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 280 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2745 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
