2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLK | Fox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
