1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-7 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | CLK |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |