1976 Mazda Familia 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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CLK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
