1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2431 mm |
