1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3170 mm |
