2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |