1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |