2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 574 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
