1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 311 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | CLK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3497 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |