1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | SLK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2431 mm |
