1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 861 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
