1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 866 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-3 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
