1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 14 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 690 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2962 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
