1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
