1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
