1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (178 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
