1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1085 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
