1977 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 260 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1422 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 |
