1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 546 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLK |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |