2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
