1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica 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 70 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 950 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
