1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
