1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Publica | SLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
