1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
