1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | ML |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
