1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
