1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | CLK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
