1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SLK | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
