1973 Mazda Familia 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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (344 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | ML |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
