1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
