2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |
