1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-4 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | C |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |