1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda RX-4 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |