1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 530 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1974 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
