1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 825 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
