1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 905 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
