1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 30 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 964 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5439 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |