1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 866 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 4973 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3080 mm |
