1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1969 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
