1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
