1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | ML |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
