1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 506 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |