1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R-100 | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |