1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 SLK (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |