1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | SL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
