2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 521 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
