1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | CW |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
