1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (271 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-4 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
