1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 287 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Supra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |