2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
