1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 25 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 2,596 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 645 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 818 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
