2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
