2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 661 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | GLK | 626 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2520 mm |
