1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 28 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1105 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, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
