1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | ML |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
