1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
