1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5438 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |
