1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2755 mm |
