1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |