1978 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki Cervo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cervo | SLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 538 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
