1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2875 mm |
