1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 435 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | SLK |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2431 mm |