1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 73 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK GTR | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 770 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |