2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter 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 101 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1983 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 SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
