2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | CLS | Midge |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1400 mm |
