1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | 280 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2799 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |