1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
