1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 631 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2297 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
