2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |