1973 Mazda 818 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | ML |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
