1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 605 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5499 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |
