1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 37 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1488 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2915 mm |
