1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
