1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLK | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
