1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
