1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | CL |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2960 mm |