1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 825 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
