1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 36 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1664 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | GL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3080 mm |