2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 160 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
