1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2299 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
