1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1977 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | Viano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |
