1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
