1979 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 800 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. 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 (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
