1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1972 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 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
