1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 650 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | CLK |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |