2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |