1976 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 593 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
